Electricity today has become the basis of all human civilization as a whole and an individual small person in particular. Industry, culture, transport, life - everything is based on electricity and confidently crowds out all other types of energy.
However, there is a hefty fly in the ointment in this huge barrel of honey - an ever-increasing cost of electricity, an overwhelming burden on the consumer. The steady increase in the cost of energy resources, the need to save them, and the acute problem of nature conservation forced mankind to use several methods to reduce energy consumption while maintaining efficiency.
LEDs
One of the ways to reduce costs in the twenty-first century is the widespread use of LEDs as household lamps. Simple to install, convenient to use, not detecting harmful effects on humans and the environment, they displace compact electric energy-saving lamps that aroused interest just yesterday. For example, a 36W LED luminaire can work efficiently for indoor lighting in industrial and domestic rooms and offices. Aesthetic appearance, stylish design, efficient light output - 80 Lm / W. Hours - thirty thousand hours.
Device
The structure of the lamp consists of a set of LEDs that correspond to the total power of a conventional lamp, control circuitry, metal or plastic housing with a reflector. LED energy lamps used in everyday life are equipped with the usual E14 or E27 base. Which is convenient for replacing old conventional incandescent bulbs. The number of LEDs can be different - from one to the whole complex, combined in one chain and connected to the control circuit through an electrical power supply. Such a structure, for example, have built-in LED ceiling lights.
Cooling
Since the LED emits a large amount of heat during the workload mode, it must be cooled. Radiators, to which LEDs are connected, are good at neutralizing the influence of heat. However, it is necessary to pay attention that in the area of contact between the LED and the cooling radiator, special thermal grease with good heat transfer should be used. Otherwise, with regular overheating of the element in question, its service time is greatly reduced. However, the installation of LED lights takes into account such shortcomings. Everything is provided for in this process.
Specialization
Due to the many tasks and the difference in configuration, the installation of LED lamps is divided into several types:
- ordinary linear;
- household ceiling;
- wall sconces;
- industrial high power;
- spotlights ordinary and specialized;
- underwater execution (for various types of water bodies);
- LED controllers (for creating color dynamics, in particular at discos or concert performances).
The set of fixtures may include motion sensors to significantly increase the life of the LEDs, which are used only when it is needed. Such equipment works perfectly in the entrances of houses, in the vast corridors of office premises. And also in other places where continuous lighting is not a necessity.
Ready-made fixtures are sold, which are equipped with radiators designed for existing LEDs. If the skills for self-installation are not enough, you can apply existing solutions and buy, in particular, an LED device for the home - equipped with LEDs on radiators. They are combined into a building, which can be an adornment of each apartment. Most often, an LED ceiling lamp is created. Installing it depending on the type of installation work is quite simple and cheap.
Linear light
Linear LED luminaires, which are increasingly being built into the electrical system of residential and industrial buildings, play an increasingly important role in everyday life. They have become an integral part of interior design. These devices are widely used in the installation of ceilings of various types, in creating the design of walls and some interior elements.
Therefore, the installation of linear LED lamps is becoming a common mass phenomenon. Such attachment stems from the fact that good lighting plays a serious role in creating a comfortable microclimate in every room. Proper lighting is necessary not only in terms of comfort for the eyes, but also to emphasize the specificity and beauty of the style.
LED lighting is of great importance:
- hide the imperfections of the room, showing with the help of a small light spot its best advantages;
- will support the highlight of the design of the room;
- build good lighting for individual books and book rows;
- provide illumination of the working area in the kitchen;
- highlight the originality of each exhibition exposition;
- can shine both inside and outside of any and industrial premises.
With the help of mounted linear fixtures, it seems possible to realize the most original ideas of the designer.
Ceiling lights
The built-in ceiling LED lights and panels replace both all kinds of luminaires on fluorescent lamps, and other types of built-in household luminaires.
The leading benefits of building lighting with LED ceiling lights and panels will be:
- Significant energy savings and, consequently, a reduction in monthly electricity costs;
- long working life (up to fifty thousand hours - this is very, very much in fact);
- the lack of the need for constant replacement of idle lamps, as well as legislative prohibitions on a special program to eliminate LED technology;
- reduction of cooling costs in the warm season.
It should be noted that the installation of LED lamps on the ceiling, as a rule, gives better brightness than the same devices with fluorescent lamps used for office premises. Thanks to more efficient operation, LED luminaires will consume approximately one third less energy.
Finally, it should be noted that the LED equipment does not flicker, which has a positive effect on the activities of workers. This is especially important in winter, when there is too much artificial oppressive lighting, and there are very few light hours.
Stretch ceiling
When installing LED fixtures in a suspended ceiling, it is necessary to mark the places of fixture fastening, put the appropriate wire and put a mortgage base with a diameter of 65 millimeters.
After that, it is necessary to mount the canvas of the existing stretch ceiling. Thermo rings are glued on the luminaire plots and holes are made through which cables must be supplied to bring the luminaires into working condition.
Thermo rings are needed not only for physical protection against the spread of the web, but also for protection from heat from the fixtures.
The LED lamp is mounted in a white aluminum housing, on which there are two mounting metal springs for installation in a stretch ceiling. The case will also be a radiator. This makes it possible to more effectively cool the supplied LEDs.
The rest of the installation of LED lights takes place in a standard manner.
Vertical surface
LED luminaires for wall mounting are not widely used. Most often, the lamp finds a place in the ceiling. However, some specialists who are looking for customers and have a good imagination find interesting options for their use:
- Bright luminaires built into a stone or wooden wall to illuminate a staircase are the most famous type of vertical structure of luminaires. Thus, they often find the option of at least insignificant lighting so that the person does not fall and is seriously injured. Lamps in this case are placed in the recesses in the steps or raised above the floor surface.
- Extensive dark corridors hidden from the sun are also very easy to illuminate with integrated LED lamps. From the floor they are placed at a distance of half a meter. A similar corridor will be opened to the light by soft and calm rays.
- Small garden paths separated from the rest by impenetrable material - in this case, LED lamps are placed as in a corridor, only here we are talking about street lighting.
- Lamps often carry only a decorative function. Can be attached at the top or bottom of a stone or metal fence. Such lighting will help a person calmly reach the door at night. Also, lamps come to the rescue of night-vision cameras so that devices can easily monitor the territory.
Installing LED lights is easy, and such devices are easy to use.
Installation work
LED systems as a source of home light are simple during installation, convenient to use, do not negatively affect humans and the environment.
A variety of modern luminaires with LEDs makes it possible to use them in almost any building and even in open space. If you are building or repairing your home, today the best option is an LED lamp. The installation height of such a system depends on the tasks that are set before the lighting, and the shape and size of the room.
LED lights in residential areas have proven themselves well. They are perfectly and without any problems mounted on horizontal and vertical surfaces. But if in the room in which you are going to mount the LED lighting, the ceilings are a solid concrete slab, then you need to work with products of consignment notes or hanging forms. In this case, the LED fixture should be mounted directly on a concrete slab, selecting special holes in the housing or other devices.
Street lighting
Positive properties allow the large-scale installation of street LED lamps. Traditional street to our time is clearly morally and technically outdated and have become excessively expensive to install and operate. And LED lights have several advantages:
- When working on the street, they are more economical. The LED receives a bright, targeted luminous flux with the smallest energy consumption. And if you equip such an element with a sensitive detector for movement, then the consumption will be even less. In addition, the operating life of this lamp reaches up to 100 thousand hours.
- A shockproof, waterproof housing made of anodized special aluminum resists corrosion and adverse environmental conditions. The lamp can be used in conditions of increased humidity and dust. Greater resistance to vibrational movements makes it possible to recommend these lamps for installation near highways with a significant flow of cars of various types, including heavy ones.
- The street lighting fixture is very resistant to temperature changes and is operable within temperatures from -45 to +45 degrees Celsius.
- Reducing power consumption makes it possible to use a cable with a minimum cross section, since these lamps do not cause high inrush currents.
- There is no delay when switching to the operating mode - the light flux is fixed instantly (this is especially necessary where the detector is mounted for movement).
- The LED lamp is used in lighting not only for highways, but also for ordinary busy areas and so on. These elements are universal.
New Price
Of course, the purchase and installation will require a certain amount. However, the cost of installing an LED lamp will not be very large. The equipment itself will cost several thousand (one lamp - about two to three thousand on average).
Further, there are options. You can independently carry out the installation of equipment, but this is only if you know at least elementary rules for working with electrical equipment. Otherwise, it is better to invite specialists. After all, installing electrical equipment with your own hands in a building is a responsibility and potential risks. Against this background, lay out a small amount for installation - which is the best option.
Installation of a pair of LED lamps, ribbons and other lighting in a small volume will cost one to two thousand rubles. Installation of a suspended ceiling in the bathroom is 6500 rubles on average (depending on the size of the room and the complexity of the work), and large volumes of work will cost thirty or more thousand (36 thousand rubles for 50 square meters of ceiling).